Indore Expedition

Indore is known as the commercial capital of Madhya Pradesh. Indore is also capital of Holkars. The largest and most densely populated city in central India, the city is popular for its history, monuments, food and bazaar. Rao Nandlal Chaudhary, founder of the city, named it as ‘Indrapur’ after Lord Indra, the deity of Indreshwar temple. During the Maratha regime, the city was renamed ‘Indur’, which the local Marathi community continues to use. It was later Anglicised to ‘Indore’ during the British era.

HOW TO REACH

Indore is a well established city and has its own airport that is DEVI AHILYA BAI HOLKAR airport where both international and domestic flights are available. It also has a nicely built railway station. It is also well connected to different states by road.

HISTORICAL TESTAMENTS

• Rajwada Palace

Ahilya devi Holkar Rajwada is worthseeing palace , designed with all aminities and safety we understand that ancient architecture was at its best.

• Lal Bagh Palace

Lal bagh palace is a spectacular building in Indore , the palace was built by Maharaja Shivaji rao Holkar the pattern of the building is based on UK architecture. Aura is amazing here , so many plants around and a beautiful garden.

• Krishnapura Chhatris

The chhatris have intricate carvings and each chhatri houses a shivling , since lord shiva is also known as ‘Shamshan Adipati’ and this place is essentially a cenotaph.

• Mahatma Gandhi Hall

It was originally known as King Edward Hall but got renamed in 1948 after death of Mahatma Gandhi. It was made in the Indo-Gothic style. It has magnificent domes , minarets and a huge clock tower. This town hall is the main venue for art and culture exhibitions. In monsoon ,’Saavan Mela’ is a big hit here.

• Sukhniwas Palace

It used to be a summer palace for royalty of Holkars back then. It overlooks a water body. The place is peaceful since it doesn’t get many visitors, But a must visit place for amazing mix of Victorian and Maratha architecture.

FOOD STUFF

Indore is specially known for its food , people here live for food. The street food of indore , to be specific , is extremely famous across the Country.

• Sarafa Bazaar

Sarafa Bazaar, a jewellery market and night street food court located in central Indore. Sarafa converts itself into a street food market each night and street food vendors are allowed to put stalls after 9 PM (after jewellery market closes) until morning 2 AM.One would find each-and-every well-known street food delicacies in Sarafa Bazaar. It is open till 3 AM on weekends.

• 56 dukaan

Chappan Dukan means “56 Shops”. This is another foodie landmark in Indore. This place is a street with 56 shops on both sides. Unlike Sarafa Bazaar, 56 Dukan has brick-shop establishments which sell all kinds of street food. Though 56 Dukan remains open throughout the day, I must advice you to visit this place in late afternoon – post lunch hours.

There are more amazing places to treat your taste buds but these are the most famous and special ones.

Language

People of indore are very specific about the language they use. I think its beautiful. Heres the glossary.

• BHIYA (भिया)
• NI HO PAAYEGA (नी हो पायेगा)
• NI NI KARKE (नी नी करके)
• APAN (अपन)
• KERYA (केरिया)
• CHATORA (चटोरा)
• HAAYE BAAP (हाय बाप)
• GELIYAA (गेलिया)
• 1760 (सतरा सौ साठ)
• EBLA (एबला)
• HAOU (हऊ)
• TEKO-MEKO (तेको-मेको)
• SAY-SAAT (सय-साट्)
• JAADA TEJ CHAL RYA HAI (जादा तेज चल रिया हे)
• CHATRA (चतरा)
• LAJWANA (लजवाना)
• NI YAAR (नी यार !)

Nearest places to visit

• Hanuvantiya Tapu
• Patalpani Waterfalls
• Tinchha Falls
• Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga
• Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga
• Mandu
• Lotus Valley
• Maheshwar
• Choral Dam
• Ralamandal wildlife santuary
• Chidiya Bhadak Fall
• Janapav Hills
• Sitlamata Falls
• Bamniya kund
• Mohadi Falls
• Fundore
• Grand Machal
• Waterparks

Why One Should Visit Indore

Indore is the cleanest city of the country. People here are super friendly they seriously live for food. So many historic places to visit. Best education in whole state. Also known as mini mumbai. Street shopping is a jam here. A whole package of fun and love.